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WI SB828

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kelda Roys

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Higher Educational Aids Board will award grants to students in teacher preparatory programs for tuition, fees, and licensing costs, with $10 million appropriated annually for 2025-26 and 2026-27; grant recipients must commit to teaching in Wisconsin for at least 4 years after graduation

  • School district revenue limits will shift from a fixed $325 per pupil adjustment to a Consumer Price Index-based adjustment starting in the 2026-27 school year

  • Special education reimbursement rate increases to 90% of eligible costs starting in 2025-26, up from the current estimated rates of 42% (2025-26) and 45% (2026-27)

  • Special education appropriation changes from a fixed scheduled amount to a "sum sufficient" appropriation, ensuring funds automatically adjust to meet the 90% reimbursement requirement

Legislative Description

Grants for students enrolled in teacher education programs, school district revenue limits, the reimbursement rate for special education costs, and making an appropriation. (FE)

Last Action

Fiscal estimate received

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/15/2026

Full Bill Text

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